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Spain: Hail and Heavy Rain Hit Malaga’s Axarquía Region on Christmas Eve

On December 24 (Christmas Eve), a storm bringing heavy rain and hail struck the Axarquía region of Málaga province in southern Spain. In several coastal and inland towns, the ground and even the beaches were covered in white, and a waterspout was also sighted offshore near Chilches. Authorities issued an amber warning for heavy rain and activated an emergency flood prevention plan. Traffic was disrupted on the A-7 motorway due to poor visibility and slippery road conditions, with some sections closed. Reports included localized flooding of homes and roads, as well as minor collisions, but no major damage has been confirmed so far.

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RECAP: Northern California Flooding Kills One, Triggers Rescues and Evacuations

Heavy rain and repeated atmospheric rivers triggered widespread flooding across Northern California over the weekend, killing one person in Redding and prompting rescues and evacuations across the region. Rising rivers and overflowing creeks inundated communities, stranding vehicles and forcing swift-water rescues. In Placer County, emergency crews rescued a baby in a carrier and nine people after the South Yuba River overtook a home. Flooding also impacted Mendocino and Humboldt counties, where roads turned into rivers of muddy water and animals were left stranded. Authorities urged residents to avoid travel and warned motorists not to cross flooded roadways.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 4

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 3

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California 2

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Deadly Flooding in Redding, California

Severe flooding triggered by heavy rain killed one person in Redding, California on Sunday, December 21, as repeated atmospheric rivers inundated Northern California. Flooded roads stranded vehicles, caused power outages, and prompted water rescues, while officials urged residents to avoid travel amid rapidly rising water levels and flood watches affecting millions statewide.

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US: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio 3

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Ohio Thanksgiving weekend, causing poor visibility.

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US: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio 2

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Northeast Ohio on Thanksgiving, November 27, causing poor visibility. This video shows the blizzard condition in Youngstown, Mahoning County, on Wednesday, November 26.

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US: Thanksgiving Snow Hits Ohio

Heavy lake-effect snow hit parts of Northeast Ohio on Thanksgiving, November 27, causing poor visibility. This video shows reduced visibility on Interstate 271 near Bedford.

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Canada: Bomb Cyclone Pounds Newfoundland With Heavy Winds and Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” hit Newfoundland with 120+ km/h winds, heavy rain, and widespread snow, causing coastal flooding, power outages for thousands, and major travel disruptions. Evacuations were reported in southern Avalon as waves topped 9 meters.

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US: Severe Weather Batters San Bernardino County, California 2

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for San Bernardino County, Californiaon and La Paz County, Arizona on Monday, October 13, due to excessive rainfall. Flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas were reported. Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads and follow safety precautions.

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US: Severe Weather Batters San Bernardino County, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for San Bernardino County, Californiaon and La Paz County, Arizona on Monday, October 13, due to excessive rainfall. Flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas were reported. Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads and follow safety precautions.

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Spain: Storm Alice Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Southeastern Regions 2

Storm Alice brought heavy rain and flooding to southeastern Spain, particularly Alicante and Murcia. Some areas received nearly 100 liters of rain per square meter in 12 hours, with up to 40 liters in just 30 minutes. The storm, linked to a “DANA” (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), has prompted evacuations in Murcia and disrupted transport, including road closures, train delays, and flight cancellations.

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Spain: Storm Alice Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Southeastern Regions 3

Storm Alice brought heavy rain and flooding to southeastern Spain, particularly Alicante and Murcia. Some areas received nearly 100 liters of rain per square meter in 12 hours, with up to 40 liters in just 30 minutes. The storm, linked to a “DANA” (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), has prompted evacuations in Murcia and disrupted transport, including road closures, train delays, and flight cancellations.

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Spain: Storm Alice Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Southeastern Regions 4

Storm Alice brought heavy rain and flooding to southeastern Spain, particularly Alicante and Murcia. Some areas received nearly 100 liters of rain per square meter in 12 hours, with up to 40 liters in just 30 minutes. The storm, linked to a “DANA” (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), has prompted evacuations in Murcia and disrupted transport, including road closures, train delays, and flight cancellations.

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Spain: Storm Alice Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Southeastern Regions

Storm Alice brought heavy rain and flooding to southeastern Spain, particularly Alicante and Murcia. Some areas received nearly 100 liters of rain per square meter in 12 hours, with up to 40 liters in just 30 minutes. The storm, linked to a “DANA” (Depresión Aislada en Niveles Altos), has prompted evacuations in Murcia and disrupted transport, including road closures, train delays, and flight cancellations.

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China: Floodwaters Sweep Through Hebei Construction Site After Intense Rain

On July 28, torrential rain in Xinglong County, Hebei, triggered flash floods that swept through a construction site, submerging makeshift iron shelters and cutting off access to nearby villages. The National Disaster Committee deployed a team to assess damage and coordinate relief efforts.

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US: Powerful Storm Brings Intense Lightning to Minnesota

An intense lightning strike was captured on camera in North Branch, Minnesota, on Monday, July 28, as a powerful storm rolled into the state. The storm left tens of thousands of homes without power and caused widespread damage, including flooding and downed trees.

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Japan: Typhoon Brings Strong Winds to Ogasawara Islands

Typhoon Krosa brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to the Ogasawara Islands, located approximately 1,000 kilometers south of mainland Japan (Tokyo), on Monday, July 28, as it approached the archipelago. Krosa is forecast to come closest to the islands on Tuesday.

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France: Damaging Storm with Heavy Rain and Winds Hits Corrèze

A damaging storm with heavy rainfall and strong winds battered parts of Corrèze, south-central France on Wednesday, July 23.

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China: Dashcam Captures Skidding Car Regaining Control on Rain-Soaked Highway in Hangzhou

On June 16, 2025, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the dashcam video captured the moment when a vehicle losing traction during a torrential downpour on a busy highway. The driver skillfully regained control after his car skidded on a rain-soaked highway, avoiding a crash.

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US: Flash Floods Hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, After Heavy Rain on Burn Scars

Flash floods hit Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Tuesday, July 8 after heavy rain fell over wildfire burn scars. The Rio Ruidoso rose over 20 feet, flooding homes and the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. Swift-water rescues were carried out, and no deaths were reported as of Tuesday evening.

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Mexico: Floodwaters Pour Into Bus During Torrential Rain in Querétaro

Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused widespread flooding across the Querétaro metropolitan area, affecting major roads, neighborhoods, and industrial zones on Thursday, July 3. The video shows floodwaters pouring into a bus with passengers inside.

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Romania: Severe Flooding Hits Bucharest, Disrupting Traffic

Streets of Bucharest were severely flooded after a major storm on Monday, June 9. The heavy rain overloaded the drainage system and halted transport, including several flights.

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US: Severe Storm With Damaging Winds Batters Western Michigan 4

Storms rolled into parts of Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. Power outages were reported in several counties in the western part of the state.

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US: Severe Storm With Damaging Winds Batters Western Michigan 2

Storms rolled into parts of Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. Power outages were reported in several counties in the western part of the state.

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US: Severe Storm With Damaging Winds Batters Western Michigan 3

Storms rolled into parts of Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. Power outages were reported in several counties in the western part of the state.

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US: Intense Lightning Show Across West Michigan Amid Severe Storms

Storms rolled into West Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. As power outages were reported in several counties, videos shared on social media show a lightning show across the area.

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US: Severe Storm With Damaging Winds Batters Western Michigan

Storms rolled into parts of Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. Power outages were reported in several counties in the western part of the state.

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US: Power Goes Off as Storm Brings Damaging Winds to Western Michigan

Storms rolled into parts of Michigan on Thursday night, May 15, bringing strong winds, hail, and a tornado threat. Power outages were reported in several counties in the western part of the state. This video shows the moment the power going off in Martin, Michigan.

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US: Wyoming Town Sees May Snowfall

Daniel, Wyoming saw snowfall on Wednesday, May 14.

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Serbia: Large Hail Falls in Zaječar

Large hail fell in Zaječar, eastern Serbia on Tuesday afternoon, May 6.

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China: Haikou Gripped by Powerful Storm, Strong Winds Move Everything

On April 28, 2025, in Haikou, Hainan, the video showed the moment the city was engulfed by the violent storm. Dark, swirling clouds filled the sky as strong winds swept through, causing chaos and panic among the residents. The video captured trees bending under the gusts and debris flying, highlighting the storm's intensity on that frightful day. The storm eventually subsided without any reported fatalities, but left significant material damage in its wake.

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US: Moment of Lightning Strike Causes Home Fire in Colleyville, Texas

A lightning strike caused a house fire in Colleyville, North Texas, on Monday afternoon, May 5. A home security camera caught the moment of the lightning strike, and fire and black smoke rising immediately after. Three people inside the house suffered minor injuries, reports say.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Tennessee 3

Thunderstorms swept through Tennessee on Friday, May 2, bringing torrential rain and winds that led to flash flooding in some areas. This video shows flooding near the intersection of Highway 153 & Hamill Road in Chattanooga, Hamilton County.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Tennessee 2

Thunderstorms swept through Tennessee on Friday, May 2, bringing torrential rain and winds that led to flash flooding in some areas. This video shows flooding at a private residence in Chattanooga, Hamilton County.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Tennessee

Thunderstorms swept through Tennessee on Friday, May 2, bringing torrential rain and winds that led to flash flooding in some areas.

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New Zealand: Strong Gales Batter Wellington Causing Power Outages, Flight Disruptions 2

Severe low pressure system brought gales as strong as 150kph to Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday, May 1, prompting a Red Strong Wind Warning. The inclement weather caused power outages of hundreds of homes and flights cancellations.

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New Zealand: Strong Gales Batter Wellington Causing Power Outages, Flight Disruptions

Severe low pressure system brought gales as strong as 150kph to Wellington, New Zealand on Thursday, May 1, prompting a Red Strong Wind Warning. The inclement weather caused power outages of hundreds of homes and flights cancellations.

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Spain: Flooding Hits Lanzarote Island After Heavy Rainfall 3

Heavy rainfall swept across the Canary Island on Saturday, April 12, flooding hundreds of homes and roads on the Lanzarote island. Lanzarote's government declared a state of emergency until Sunday morning.

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Spain: Flooding Hits Lanzarote Island After Heavy Rainfall 2

Heavy rainfall swept across the Canary Island on Saturday, April 12, flooding hundreds of homes and roads on the Lanzarote island. Lanzarote's government declared a state of emergency until Sunday morning.

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Spain: Flooding Hits Lanzarote Island After Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rainfall swept across the Canary Island on Saturday, April 12, flooding hundreds of homes and roads on the Lanzarote island. Lanzarote's government declared a state of emergency until Sunday morning.

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US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather 3

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4. This video shows Rex Parade.

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US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather 2

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4.

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US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4.

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Spain: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flood In Malaga, Prompting Orange Alert

The Spanish weather agency Aemet has issued an orange warning for heavy rain in Málaga on Monday, February 3, with up to 80 liters of rain per square meter expected. As of the latest updates at 11:00 AM, the area most affected by the rainfall is Pujerra, where 38.6 liters per square meter were recorded in just one hour.

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South Africa: Roads Flooded After Heavy Rainfall In Durban

Heavy rainfall continued to strike eThekwini Municipality and nearby areas, causing severe flooding and multiple road closures on Sunday, March 2.

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Argentina: Violent Storm Sweeps Through Mar Del Plata, Bringing Strong Winds And Hail

The Atlantic coast city of Mar del Plata was hit by a storm accompanied by heavy rain, winds, and hail early on Tuesday, February 4. The inclement weather left significant damage on the streets.

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UK: Severe Weather Persists Across Country, Travel Chaos Continues 3

Warnings for snow, ice, and rain are in place across parts of the UK on Monday, January 6, after snow and freezing rain swept across the country over the weekend. Parts of England are being warned of potential flooding due to rain and melting snow caused by milder temperatures.

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UK: Severe Weather Persists Across Country, Travel Chaos Continues 2

Warnings for snow, ice, and rain are in place across parts of the UK on Monday, January 6, after snow and freezing rain swept across the country over the weekend. Parts of England are being warned of potential flooding due to rain and melting snow caused by milder temperatures.